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Mediterranean Lamb Meatballs

Feta, garlic, capers, olives, lemon zest and cilantro give these lamb meatballs a Mediterranean twist. Perfect as a dinner, in a pita or as a game day snack.
Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 45 mins
Course Easy Appetizer Recipes, Main Dishes
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 Servings

Ingredients
  

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound ground lamb
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta
  • 8 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons non-pareil capers
  • 1/4 cup chopped kalamata olives
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup plain dry bread crumbs
  • 1 egg beaten
  • oil for frying
  • lemon zest
  • cilantro

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375.
  • In a bowl combine lamb, feta, garlic, capers, chopped olives, oregano, lemon juice, bread crumbs and egg. Use hands to mix well. Roll into approximately 20 meatballs.
  • Add just enough oil to lightly coat the bottom of a large oven proof skillet. Heat over medium high heat. Cook meatballs, in batches if necessary, just long enough to brown the outside, about 3 minutes each side. Return all meatballs to the skillet. Place skillet in preheated oven and cook until meatballs are cooked through, 20 - 25 minutes.
  • Remove meatballs from skillet. Transfer to a serving platter. Sprinkle lemon zest and cilantro over the top. Serve.

Notes

Enjoy!
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Keywords: appetizer, entree, feta, Food, greek, gyro, kalamata olives, lamb, meatballs, mediterranean